Description

Vivaldi – The Four Seasons / 3 Violin Concertos / Audio CD

UPC 724357459525

Product Details:

Label: EMI Classics – 7243 5 74595 2 5
Series: Encore (10)
Format: CD, Compilation, Remastered
Released: 2001
Genre: Classical

Overview

This exceptional compilation features the iconic violin concertos of Antonio Vivaldi, performed by the renowned Itzhak Perlman, accompanied by the London Philharmonic Orchestra and the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra. Included are the universally beloved "The Four Seasons," comprising "Spring," "Summer," "Autumn," and "Winter," along with three additional violin concertos in C minor (RV 199), A minor (RV 356), and A major (RV 347). Perlman’s virtuosic performances, along with the skillful orchestral backing, bring out the full emotional depth and technical brilliance of Vivaldi’s compositions. The recording, digitally remastered in 1987, retains the clarity and vibrancy of these timeless works, making this collection a must-have for classical music enthusiasts.

Track Listing:

Concerto In E Major ("Spring")

I. Allegro – 3:19
II. Largo – 2:39
III. Allegro – 4:41

Concerto In G Minor ("Summer")

I. Allegro Non Molto – 6:11
II. Adagio – 2:41
III. Presto – 2:59

Concerto In F Major ("Autumn")

I. Allegro – 5:18
II. Adagio Molto – 3:04
III. Allegro – 3:12

Concerto In F Minor ("Winter")

I. Allegro Non Molto – 3:32
II. Largo – 2:28
III. Allegro – 3:19

Violin Concerto In C Minor, RV 199

I. Allegro – 3:52
II. Andante – 2:50
III. Allegro – 2:25

Violin Concerto In A Minor, RV 356

I. Allegro – 3:18
II. Largo – 2:36
III. Presto – 2:47

Violin Concerto In A Major, RV 347

I. Allegro – 3:56
II. Largo – 2:42
III. Allegro – 3:34

Key Credits:

Violin: Itzhak Perlman
Orchestras: London Philharmonic Orchestra (Tracks 1-12), Israel Philharmonic Orchestra (Tracks 13-21)
Conductor: Itzhak Perlman
Producer: Suvi Raj Grubb
Engineers: Michael Sheady (Tracks 13-21), Stuart Eltham (Tracks 1-12)
Recorded at: Abbey Road Studios, London & Fredric R. Mann Auditorium, Tel Aviv